1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Subaru Impreza (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 130 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
